5,124 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 5,124 tutors we track on 12 platforms. Most tutors charge between $14 and $27 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $4.40. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
1,004 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativePreply · Brazil
Experienced certified instructor from beginner to advanced.
Nativeitalki · Japan
旅するダンサーと、楽しく日本語を学びましょう‼︎!!Let’s Learn Japanese with a Traveling Dancer and Have Fun Together!!
Teaches A1–C2
Nachhilfepro
Japanese online tutor. Für Kinder und Erwachsene. Bachelor of Management.
NativeCafetalk · Japan
語彙力を付けたいお子様におすすめ！学習アプリ「Duolingo」を使って、一緒に日本語を学習しましょう。ゲーム感覚で、楽しく日本語レッスン！
Apprentus
Beginners welcome! Practical Japanese conversation and grammar lessons for foreigners | Have fun learning and gain confidence in living in Japan! We provide ca…
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
8+years exp🏅certified📚
Teaches A1–C2
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
NativePreply · Japan
✅JLPT |🎬 Film translation |3,000+ Lessons — Let’s Reach Your Goal Together
Nativeitalki · Japan
Registered Japanese Teacher | From Clear Grammar to Confident Speaking—with Personal PDF Notes
Teaches A1–B2
Tusclases
Clases de Japonés esencial niños y adultos
NativeCafetalk · Japan
ちょっとした空き時間に☆ 役立つ単語や表現を学びましょう！
Apprentus
Japanese classes for children and adults with experienced teachers
Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · Hong Kong SAR China
✨8,000 Classes Completed ! ✨
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Anime&Manga 📺|From Osaka🏯|1000+ Students Taught👨🏫
Nativeitalki · Japan
🗣️ Speak Natural Japanese | Tokyo Business Professional | Top school Graduate | English OK🌸
Teaches A1–C2
Tusclases
Clases en línea, niveles N5-N3 niños, adolescentes y adultos
NativeCafetalk · Japan
気軽に15分お話ししましょう⭐︎
Apprentus
Japanese language class by English / Japanese bilingual
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Over 20 years of experiences
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Let’s enjoy speaking real Japanese together with supportive teacher Yui such as your CLOSEST JAPANESE FRIEND. I’m here to make your dreams and goals true📚🔥 Bui…
Nativeitalki · Japan
オンライン講師として2,000時間以上の経験があります🐼
Teaches A1–C2
Nachhilfeunterricht
Japanese Tutor; I can teach people at any level, from kids to adults :)
NativeCafetalk · Japan
５歳～１２歳の日本語を第一言語としないお子様向け日本語クラスの体験版です
Apprentus
Explore Japanese with Friendly Lessons – From Basics to Fluency, at Your Own Pace
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
MIT Sloan, Waseda uni grad
Teaches A1–C2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($11), while Tusclases / FindTutors offers the most choice (1,481 tutors). Number of tutors, median hourly price and trial policy on each marketplace.
| Platform | Tutors | Median / h | Middle 50% | Avg. rating | Trial lesson | Lesson length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 1,481 | $20 | $16–$27 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| AmazingTalker | 904 | $22 | $17–$30 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 25 / 50 min |
| Preply | 862 | $24 | $18–$36 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 50 min |
| italki | 716 | $18 | $14–$24 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| Cafetalk | 696 | $11 | $7.65–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Engoo | 239 | from $67/month | — | 5.0★ | Free trial (25 min) | 25 min |
| Classgap | 72 | $24 | $17–$30 | 5.0★ | Free trial (20 min) | 60 min |
| Verbling | 69 | $31 | $25–$37 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 60 min |
| Apprentus | 37 | $34 | $27–$46 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Wyzant | 25 | $52 | $40–$70 | 5.0★ | No trial; money-back guarantee on the first hour | 60 min |
| LanguaTalk | 16 | $30 | $26–$33 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 55 min |
| Tutor Hunt | 7 | $56 | $44–$64 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Japan2,999 / 5,124
Taiwan150 / 5,124
China115 / 5,124
South Korea63 / 5,124Hong Kong SAR China51 / 5,124
United States28 / 5,124
Philippines14 / 5,124
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Updated September 29, 2026
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